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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1909
Page
2
Cochise county residents show opposition to county seat removal by electing Ken Goodrich and Ben Goodrich to the Council. A veteran Arizona bar figure will argue on the floor, likely silencing opponents with facts as lobbyists retreat.
A conference report in Congress proposes doubling homestead land limits in non irrigated western states. The measure would raise the cap to 820 acres for the described lands and sets cultivation requirements. Arizona New Mexico Utah are expected to see vast settlement and population growth as a result.
Real estate notice offers a seven room house at double corner 2nd and Bruce known as the Philo Wilcox property for sale or exchange for Los Angeles property. Owner Goldiam 254 South Broadway Los Angeles California.
Phoenix report details a fiery session where Governor veto messages on Ranger and Examiner bills were read in the Council. Weedin and O'Neil condemned the governor and accused political motives in abolishing the ranger service and in appointing power. Both bills passed despite the veto, marking a sensational day.
The legislature upheld the governor’s veto on two measures by a strict party vote with 12 to 2 in the council and 17 to 7 in the house. Bills introduced include CB No. 61 enabling city gutter and sidewalk projects, CB No. 62 penalizing interference with power lines, and CB No. 63 repealing Apache County bond authority for a courthouse. A proposal to pose the Pace bill failed in assembly votes with 11 to 13, while a memorial inviting William J Bryan to speak was passed unanimously.
Lawmakers introduced bills on marriages punishments liquor control and banking powers among others. Highlights include Doan on marriages Moore on retail licenses Peterson on inspectors Duffy gambling bans Woolf education and professional seating reform with several local option proposals and a $10,000 bridge appropriation at Florence.
Receipts from Monday night’s entertainment at the Schieffelin under Red Men sponsorship total $226.10. Plans discussed to bring the same minstrel troupe to Bisbee and Douglas, with arrangements under consideration.
A dated missive received by the Chicago mayor claims divine revelation and predicts the 1910 Great Judgment Day, reincarnation theories, and political reversals including Taft and Roosevelt. The letter also asserts bizarre prophecies about Andrew Jackson, Bryan, and global events surrounding 1909 to 1912.
In Gleeson after a lingering illness of consumption FW Harteog passed away. His wife and daughter cared for him with devotion and his brother J M Hartzog helped during weeks of outdoor life. Rev A J Benedict officiated at the funeral with Gleeson singers leading the song service. A large crowd attended the grave. Community sympathy is extended to the bereaved family.
Week ending February 5 1909 Tombstone post office lists names of advertised letters and a general delivery notice. Includes Prusten Gilbert McKibbero Cora Gould Reuben Morrison L Hill Beo C Robinson Robert Hughes Stella Thibodo and H Marah. Also an employment ad and catarrh cure promotion with endorsements and pharmacy contact details.
The judiciary committee reported that the "one seat removal" bill should not pass. Advocates urged early favorable action while members warned of potential county impact. The committee unanimously voted to report that the measure do not pass and also reported favors on the Finley bill linking citizen board membership to the governor's political faith.
A large audience greeted the Minstrel performance under the Opata Tribe No. 10 AM at Schieffelia. The Tempstone Minstrels received praise for lively acts and strong singing with EW Topping and Oscar K. Goll leading strong vocal displays. Local talent including Miss Ethel Gage and Master Earl Simpson drew applause in varied sketches.
An 1890s style testimonial from Mr. J. H. Sells of Detroit endorses Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets to improve appetite and aid digestion. The ad claims restored appetite, relieved bloating, and provided a pleasant bowel movement at a price of 25 cents with free samples offered.
Councilman Weedin charged the ranger force cost the territory 968000 for two years while 1756 arrests were made. He said each arrest cost 3800, with 451 felonies and 1905 misdemeanors, arguing regular officers could have done the work for about 2000 instead of 66000.
The Elke Temple will be built in Yuma this year with site seating prepared by a busy committee. J J Frazier’s large cattle ranch, with hundreds of cattle, sold to W S Clements for 180000 dollars. Peaches in February ripen early, shown near Salt River Valley. January receipts for filing articles of incorporation at the territorial auditor’s office reached 4215 dollars, up from 3208 dollars a year ago.
Mire Lucha Twining of the National Refugee League lectured at the Electric last evening in support of Mexican revolutionists jailed in Los Angeles and soon to be tried in Tombstone. She argued government collusion and urged protection under the constitution, noting returning prisoners face death or harsh imprisonment. A collection was taken to aid the defense and a classified ad offered $100 for five weeks of services.
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